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In This Issue
T.J. Health Pavilion
Glasgow, Kentucky
In This Issue
A Publication of
Alliance Corporation
Volume 11 • Issue 1
Winter 2013
Alliance Corporation
116 East College Street
Post Office Box 1480
Glasgow, Kentucky 42142-1480
270.651.8848
270.651.2915 fax
2014 KY RT 321
Prestonsburg, Kentucky 41653
606.886.8748
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728 College Street, Suite A
Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101
270.846.0609
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A Message to Our Readers.............................................................................5
Editor
Chris Houchens
Publisher
Innovative Publishing
502.423.7272
T.J. Health Pavilion........................................................................................6
This Is Not Your Father’s Dealership Remodel...........................................10
Ezra B. Sparrow Early Childhood Center....................................................11
Alliance Corporation Announces New Director of Client Services............11
SKyPAC and Glasgow High School Get Top Honors at
Build Kentucky Awards...............................................................................12
Alliance Reopens Bowling Green Office.....................................................13
Alliance Supports NAWIC...........................................................................13
Athletic Complex at Michael O. Buchanon Park.........................................14
Alliance Corporation recognizes and thanks these partners for the value they provide:
Mission Statement
To build a superior product,
meeting or exceeding industry
standards, using the most efficient
delivery system available.
Alliance Corporation is a
proud member of
• The Atlas Companies
• Carpet Decorators, Inc.
• Holland Inc.
• HVAC Services, Inc./
Green Mechanical Construction, Inc.
• KTA, Inc.
• Lee Brick + Block
• RossTarrant Architects
• Star*Tel Systems, Inc.
• Tennessee Valley Metals, Inc.
• Van Meter Insurance Group
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A Message to Our Readers
Friends,
Thank you for reading this edition of The Alliance Approach.
Alliance Corporation has enjoyed a fantastic year with many wonderful projects completed — some of which are highlighted in this issue. We also have
many exciting projects underway and are in the planning stages for several
others in 2014.
We were excited to reopen our Bowling Green office in 2013. You can read more
about the reasoning to reopen the office and see some photos of the ribbon-cutting
on page 13.
This issue of the magazine features our work on the T.J. Health Pavilion in
Glasgow, Kentucky. As you can see from the article, this was a monumental project. We were able to assist the owner in taking an abandoned piece of property and
turning it into a shining example of economic revitalization for the area.
We also have a feature on some lessons and tips for automotive dealerships that
may be considering a remodel. We’ve performed several renovations across the
state and helped those dealerships comply with their national branding standards.
We are proud of the work we have done for clients and the opportunity we have
had to serve them. We invite you to log onto alliancecorporation.com to view
projects we have in progress and to learn more about how we can work for you.
We’re looking forward to 2014 and hope we have a chance to work with you in
the coming year.
Sincerely,
Tommy Gumm
Founder/CEO
Brandon Akers
President
Tim Geegan
Executive
Vice President
Matt Gumm
Executive
Vice President
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T.J. Health Pavilion
Glasgow, Kentucky
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Before
The Background
As board members and hospital administrators of T.J. Samson Community Hospital
examined the statistics, trends, technology
advances and the future of the health care
landscape, they saw that patient needs were
shifting from acute care to more of an outpatient approach. In addition, there is now more
of a focus on prevention and reducing hospital readmissions. They knew they needed to
grow. However, their existing campus was
somewhat landlocked for expansion. Other
outpatient services and offices were spread
all across town. They began looking for a
spot to build a unified facility.
A golden opportunity presented itself as a
vacant Walmart building became available
The T.J. Health Pavilion in Glasgow, Kentucky, is a $31.5 million
project that consisted of the renovation of an abandoned Walmart
with the addition of a three-story medical office building for a total of
226,000 square feet. The Pavilion features space for physician offices
as well as outpatient diagnostic, preventive treatment and educational
services. The new facility was designed using an integrated physician/
outpatient delivery model. It began service in May 2013.
on a main thoroughfare in the center
of the commercial district of Glasgow.
Repurposing the abandoned building
provided many benefits. The shopping
center had been deserted since 2005, and
many surrounding businesses had left.
Placing the T.J. Health Pavilion in the
Barren River Plaza offered an economic
boost to a part of town that was becoming
stagnant. Refashioning the old Walmart
instead of going with a new greenfield site
also prevented urban sprawl.
In addition to benefits to the community,
there were advantages for the hospital
as well. Using the existing site meant
that initial site work was already done,
with utilities leading to the building and
an existing parking lot. Portions of the
existing big-box store, such as concrete
walls, structural steel and receiving docks,
could be reused. All of these elements
added significant cost savings to the initial
portion of the construction project.
However, there was a danger in using an
old department store. It was important that
the new facility didn’t look or feel like an
old Walmart.
Alliance Corporation had experience
building from pre-existing structures,
including several in Glasgow, such as
turning an old Lowe’s into an operations
center for South Central Bank. In preparation for the T.J. project, the project team
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visited several medical facilities that had
been converted from shopping centers,
such as HIMG Regional Medical Center in
West Virginia and the Vanderbilt Health
100 Oaks structure in Nashville. Lessons
learned from this research were applied as
Stengel-Hill Architecture developed the
plans for the facility.
T.J. Samson, the architects at Stengel-Hill
and the construction managers at Alliance
Corporation was key to making this project
Energy efficiency and building green were
also important design factors. The project
has been submitted for LEED certification
and includes energy-conscious design
features, such as a complete geothermal
well HVAC system, natural daylighting,
solar reflective roofing and other energysmart features.
Countdown clocks and calendars were
located at all T.J. Health facilities for
employees and the general public to look
forward to the May 2013 opening date.
The clocks also served as an accountability
measure for the Alliance construction team
members, as they could literally see how
much time they had left to work.
Construction Begins
A groundbreaking was held in the summer
of 2011, and the construction phase of the
project began with demolition of parts of
the old building.
Throughout construction, constant communication between the administration at
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There were two other groups who had a big
stake in the project as well: the community
and the T.J. Samson employees. Alliance
Corporation hosted a barbecue and beamsigning in May 2012 for all hospital
employees to sign their names on steel
beams at the building’s entrance. As
completion neared, construction site tours
were held for several months as doctors,
members of the media, community leaders
and others were led through the soon-tobe-completed facility.
come in on time and on budget. Monthly
progress meetings were held with stakeholders to adjust plans and resolve issues.
A ceremony was held as the countdown
clock hit zero, and Alliance Corporation
executives Matt and Tommy Gumm
proudly presented the keys to the building.
There were several other events held in
conjunction with the opening, including
Pavilion-Palooza, which was a sneak peek
for employees who would work in the new
building. The event was a festive carnival
with activities enjoyed by the employees
and their families just as the Certificate of
Occupancy for the building was granted.
for people needing treatment. The adult
physical rehab area offers ample room
for people to work back to full recovery.
The children’s rehab area offers kid-sized
equipment and a fun atmosphere. The
A dialysis center with a separate entrance
offers a convenient and personal experience
The Pavilion also boasts several community
benefits, such as a walking track open to
the public, a food court and a community
center that can be used for public meetings.
Part of the design and planning philosophy
was to anticipate and plan for future growth.
There is room for the Pavilion to grow,
with 33,000 square feet of unfinished space
on the third floor and 17,000 square feet on
the first floor for future expansion.
The Result
Patients began using the T.J. Health
Pavilion in May 2013. The Pavilion is a
“one-stop shop” for their health care needs.
Patients see their doctors in the medical
office building, which houses primary care
physicians as well as specialists, such as
gynecologists, obstetricians, nephrologists,
pain managers, urologists, cardiologists
and surgeons. After seeing the doctor,
patients can stroll across the main corridor
for any lab work or diagnostic procedures
they may need.
Center devoted to the unique health care
needs of women.
The Pavilion will have an impact on the local
economy, with an estimated 65 direct new
jobs resulting in an additional $3.6 million
in direct payroll. An estimated 55 indirect
jobs will also be added to the community,
resulting in $1.5 million of payroll.
oncology clinic provides a comforting
atmosphere for those facing cancer. The
Pavilion features an UrgentCare clinic with
a dedicated entrance as well as a Women’s
Alliance Corporation was honored to have
been asked by the board and administration
of T.J. Samson to be a part of this project.
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This Is Not Your Father’s Dealership Remodel
Standard signage and building style reinforce the national brand to customers no matter
what dealership they visit. Goodman Chevrolet Cadillac in Glasgow, Kentucky, was one of
the early renovations that Alliance Corporation performed.
You can be creative with temporary office spaces. In renovation
of Henderson Chevrolet in Henderson, Kentucky, we finished out
the new service area first and then temporarily moved the sales
office there while we did the showroom. This saved the expense
and space of temporary trailers. It also helped traffic flow.
For many business owners, a total remodel
and renovation of their business is a choice
made after careful consideration of budget and
market research.
However, for many auto dealers, that choice has
been made for them, as national car manufacturers are requiring dealers to remodel or rebrand
their dealerships to precise specifications. As
these mandates come down from Detroit, dealerships must find a way to meet the new requirements while maintaining sales and service.
Alliance Corporation has helped several different dealerships associated with various national
car brands on their requisite renovations. In our
experience, we have found a few important
points for owners to consider for these showroom renovations.
An important first step is in understanding the
design intent documents. You should recognize
and plan for the specifics inside these documents
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Having a plan to mitigate customer disruption and traffic flow is essential
in a renovation and remodel. Jim Johnson Hyundai/Nissan in Bowling
Green, Kentucky, used all available space to take care of customers.
Customer comfort and amenities are a big
part of the new look of a dealership. Here,
the customer lounge at Henderson Chevrolet has a comfortable, contemporary vibe.
as they relate to branding elements, signage,
lighting, customer versus noncustomer spaces,
furniture and fixtures, available opportunities
for exemptions and variances, and other items.
Preliminary drawings lead to the design intent
documents, which lead to the final construction
drawings. In between all these plans, the budget
can be adjusted so there is a clear definition of
cost before the project begins.
Something many dealerships don’t think about
when doing the required remodel is checking
off a few items on their own facility wishlists.
There will be never be a better or cheaper time
to upgrade other parts of the property than while
this construction is happening.
The most important piece of a successful renovation is an upfront plan to mitigate the disruptions to sales and service for customers.
There are many aspects to that plan, but one of
the key pieces from a construction standpoint
is scheduling.
Dealership renovations specify finishes, fixtures
and furniture in customer contact areas. Pictured
is Champion Chevrolet Buick GMC in La Grange,
Kentucky, where Alliance Corporation completed
renovations to meet GM’s ‘Essential Brand
Elements program.
“You can’t close up during construction. You
still need to sell cars and provide service,” said
Tim Geegan of Alliance Corporation. “We can
minimize the impact on the day-to-day operations with the proper scheduling, planning and
coordination, and material procurement.”
You have to plan for business during construction. There needs to be a plan for traffic flow,
parking, temporary office space, customer areas,
restrooms and other areas.
The real key to a successful dealership remodel
is finding a construction partner who has been
through the process before. Your construction
company should be another salesperson who
helps you make the most of your dealership
upgrade. Alliance Corporation can review and
give you tours of dealership renovations we
have performed. YOU can talk to the owner
to discuss what he or she learned during his or
her remodeling experience. Call Tim Geegan at
Alliance Corporation for a free consultation on
your renovation.
Ezra B. Sparrow Early Childhood Center
Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
The Ezra B. Sparrow Early Childhood Center in Lawrenceburg,
Kentucky, is a 40,000-square-foot facility that can welcome 300
preschool/kindergarten students in a safe and secure environment.
The building is designed so that it can accommodate children with
special mobility needs.
There were design obstacles in the initial site work and foundation
preparation of the facility. The building site was originally intended
by the owner to be athletic fields, so extensive work had to be done
to prepare to build. During excavation to prepare for the building
pad, a portion was found to be solid rock. However, another portion
had to have fill to bring it to subgrade elevation. Careful planning
and execution were done to ensure that bearing capacities were not
jeopardized and that there was no settling between the new fill and
the solid rock.
was assured that the school district had funding for it. Scheduling
was employed that allowed that part of the building to be put on
hold until it could be added back into the scope. This protected the
owner’s contingency funds and did not cause unnecessary delay.
While not a LEED project, energy-efficiency elements are utilized
in the building. The building is situated to make use of daylighting
and reduce artificial lighting for students. The roof is energy-efficient, and the facility uses geothermal HVAC systems.
Alliance Corporation assisted the owner, the Anderson County
Board of Education, in managing its budget. Extensive value engineering was performed on this project that saved approximately
$75,000 and allowed the owner to stay within its funding capacity. During construction, a change order was implemented that
delayed a portion of the building valued at nearly $325,000 until it
Alliance Corporation Announces
Client Relations Director
Alliance Corporation takes pride and
confidence that our
entire team of construction professionals has always provided our clients with
great service. However, we are all human,
and sometimes miscommunication occurs.
Sometimes things slip through the cracks.
We want to minimize or eliminate these
occurrences and make sure that ALL
expectations are met.
For this reason, we have created the new
position of client relations director at Alliance Corporation. This new position will
be filled by Lea King, who has been with
Alliance for more than three years.
current and recent projects throughout the
construction phase and during the warranty period to ensure that clients are
pleased and to alleviate any problems that
may arise.
In short, Lea’s responsibility will be to
ensure that our clients are 100 percent
satisfied with the product and service that
Alliance Corporation provides. Lea will
stay in contact with the owners of our
We feel this change in the internal structure of Alliance Corporation will improve
communication and outcomes on your
construction project.
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SKyPAC and Glasgow High School
Get Top Honors at Build Kentucky Awards
David Dean, AGC president, presents the 2013 AGC Build Kentucky award in the
$16 million-$25.99 million building category to the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center. Accepting are Bill Garrison, SKyPAC; Tommy Gumm, Alliance
Corporation; and Sarah Lamere, RossTarrant Architects.
David Dean, AGC president, presents the 2013 AGC Build Kentucky award
in the $16 million-$25.99 million LEED category to Glasgow High School.
Accepting are Randy Wilkinson, Glasgow Independent Schools; Matt Gumm,
Alliance Corporation; and Kevin Cheek, Sherman/Carter/Barnhart architects.
Two construction projects for
which Alliance Corporation
served as construction manager
received top honors at the Associated General Contractors of
Kentucky (AGC) 23rd Annual
Build Kentucky Awards.
The Southern Kentucky Performing Arts
Center (SKyPAC) was judged the winner
in the $16 million-$25.99 million building
category. Alliance Corporation completed
SKyPAC in March 2012. It is a state-of-theart performing-arts center that consists of an
1,800-seat proscenium theater and associated support spaces, including a rehearsal
hall, a dance studio, music practice rooms,
an art gallery and community-accessible
classrooms. The theater itself, the lobby and
administration office space together occupy
more than 74,000 square feet of area. It
serves the local community, regional arts
groups and traveling national performances.
“The SKyPAC project, among others, is
a critical and vital part of the Bowling
Green Downtown Redevelopment Plan,”
said Richard Vincent, executive vice president of AGC of Kentucky. “The SKyPAC
project has proven to be a great asset to the
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Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center,
Bowling Green, Kentucky
client and the community. It, along with
Bowling Green Ballpark and other TIF
projects also built by Alliance Corporation,
have reinvigorated the downtown area.”
Glasgow High School was judged the
winner in the $16 million-$25.99 million LEED category. Alliance Corporation
Glasgow High School
completed the construction of the new
Glasgow High School in August 2012.
The project consisted of 58,813 square feet
of new classrooms, administration areas,
a cafeteria, an auditorium and auxiliary
space. The Glasgow High School project
also involved renovation of 42,412 square
feet of existing space in the old facility
consisting of the gymnasium, locker rooms
and the band/vo-tech area. The remainder
of the old high school was demolished, and
a new parking area was created.
“The Glasgow High School project utilized many green building practices and is
currently pursuing LEED Silver Certification,” said Richard Vincent, executive vice
president of AGC of Kentucky. “This new
school has an efficient high-performance
building envelope, which requires much
less energy to heat and cool the facility.”
Alliance Reopens
Bowling Green Office
Alliance Corporation has helped many clients celebrate
openings with a ribbon-cutting after we’ve completed
their project. This summer, we were excited to cut a
ribbon for ourselves as we officially opened our new
Bowling Green office.
The reopening of our Bowling
Green office is an exciting milestone for Alliance Corporation. We
had a Bowling Green office until
the late 1990s and had been operating out of temporary offices as we
helped to develop the TIF district as
the master developer.
Alliance is particularly pleased
to open this office in a building
we constructed in the heart of the
downtown area. It’s in the midst
of so many of our projects, such as
SKyPAC, the Bowling Green Ballpark and Hitcents.com Park Plaza.
The new office space was designed
with an open-concept environment
and was built using many green
construction techniques. The office
sits in a highly insulated building
envelope. It utilizes an efficient
VRF HVAC system as well as daylighting and LED lighting.
Alliance Corporation Executive Vice President Matt Gumm, President
Brandon Akers, CEO/Founder Tommy Gumm and Executive Vice President Tim Geegan cut the ribbon at the new Bowling Green office.
This office will serve as a Warren
County operational hub for approximately 20 percent of our staff of
more than 80 employees.
After the ribbon-cutting, Alliance
Corporation hosted the Bowling
Green Area Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours at the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, just down the street from the
new office.
Alliance Bowling Green office
Alliance Supports NAWIC
Alliance Corporation supports NAWIC (the National Association of Women in
Construction), with two of our employees taking strong leadership roles in the local
chapter. Brenda Thompson is a former president, and Pat Weaver just finished her
term as the chapter’s president.
Nationally, NAWIC looks to enhance the success of women in the construction industry with more than 5,500 members across 200 chapters in the United States.
One of the projects that the local NAWIC chapter undertakes is the NAWIC Block
Kids building competition. This year, several Alliance employees volunteered as
judges for the event held at Plano Elementary (a school that Alliance built) in Bowling Green. The kids had 100 Legos plus three other items (like construction paper,
aluminum foil, etc.) to design and build a project in an hour. Entries were judged
on construction techniques and creativity. Pictured are Brenda Thompson and Pat
Weaver observing one of the participants.
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Athletic Complex at
Michael O. Buchanon Park
Alliance Corporation constructed a new athletic complex with
four new softball fields at Buchanon Park to accommodate the
growing programs of the Warren County Parks and Recreation
Department. The complex, located south of Bowling Green, fea-
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tures a central concession/administration building and is designed
for tournament play. The park hosted nearly 50 such tournaments
in 2013. These tournaments are an economic tool for Warren
County, as the traveling teams generate tourism dollars in the area.
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